Gratitude 365

“At the end of the day, the goals are simple: safety and security” – Jodi Rell Project 365: #219 The ever-present police presence has become a sign of the times in the current age. Most schools here have a dedicated police officer stationed at the school permanently to deal with any issues that may arise.…

 “To the solemn graves, near a lonely cemetery, my heart like a muffled drum is beating funeral marches” – Charles Baudelaire Project 365: #218 This is the most beautiful cemetery for solace and reflection at the convent of St John’s. A time to reflect our own mortality, and how short our actual time is here…

 “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness” – Desmond Tutu Project 365:  #217 We have been welcomed to an amazing church community at St Mark’s, and enjoyed special time together, making us feel like we belong somewhere, and giving us some direction. We are so grateful, as…

“The only thing you sometimes have control over is perspective. You don’t have control over your situation. But you have a choice about how you view it” – Chris Pine Project 365: #216 I have often noticed this garden bench on the corner of main street. I often wonder why it is there, and then…

 “I usually take a two-hour nap from one to four” – Yogi Berra Project 365: #215 What better place to rest on a Friday afternoon, a cosy, sunny spot after a hectic week! If only I were a cat! Campbell has discovered the best places in the afternoon sun. This can be a little treacherous…